Cassius Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Cassius has its origins in Latin, meaning 'empty' or 'hollow'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Casius and Cassianus. The name is associated with notable traits of strength and nobility. It lacks direct biblical relevance but gained popularity through historical figures like Gaius Cassius Longinus and modern icons such as Muhammad Ali.
The name Cassius is most popular in Washington, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Cassius has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, falling for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Cassius' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2356th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3126th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2540th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1922nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2226th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1239th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 583rd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19180th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cassius' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cassius"
Pronunciation
/ˈkæʃ.əs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Cassius is thought to derive from the Latin word 'cassus', meaning 'empty' or 'hollow'. It has also been linked to the root 'cass-', which may imply a sense of 'to break' or 'to shatter'.
Meaning
empty, hollow
Language Evolution
Cassius, Casius, Cassianus
Historical Usage
The name Cassius gained popularity in ancient Rome, primarily due to the historical figure Gaius Cassius Longinus, one of the leaders in the conspiracy against Julius Caesar. It has been used in various cultures since then, particularly in literary and theatrical contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Cassy, Cass, Cassian
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cassius is often associated with strength and nobility, partly due to its historical roots and its modern associations with figures such as the boxer Muhammad Ali, who was born Cassius Clay.
Famous People
Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali), Cassius Longinus (Roman politician), Cassius Marcellus Coolidge (artist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cassius"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Cassius"
"Cassius" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2356th of 7545 | 192 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3126th of 6773 | 108 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2540th of 7552 | 197 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1922nd of 10718 | 364 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2226th of 16616 | 475 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1239th of 24088 | 2,022 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 583rd of 23106 | 5,755 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19180th of 30306 | 29 |
Regional Popularity of "Cassius" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
52.54% 1499th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
52.43% 1540th/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
44.37% 1561st/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
40.91% 2125th/5194 |
55.42% 3501st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
27.89% 1278th/4582 |
25.81% 1333rd/5164 |
21.20% 1550th/7313 |
13.48% 1006th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
14.01% 558th/3984 |
13.19% 592nd/4487 |
9.94% 678th/6822 |
7.74% 486th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Cassius" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cassius"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cassius" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.